212 Lake Terrace, Waipahihi, Taupo, 3330 Taupo, New Zealand
#41 of 130 Holiday rentals in Taupo
Guests' ChoiceBased on 1075 hotel reviews
8.5Cleanliness
9.1
Comfort
9.0
Location
9.0
Facilities
8.6
Staff
9.3
Value for money
8.7
Free WiFi
8.6
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 30 May 2024
Rajiv
New ZealandA firm bed maybe, but that’s just because I’m used to sleeping on a firm bed.
Big rooms, got everything you need including a kitchen to make your own meals or breakfast. Main attraction was the mineral spa, it was quite relaxing private.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 28 May 2024
Janet
New ZealandEverything was fine.
Staff were very friendly. The housekeeper explained the thermal pool operation so well that we had to have a hot soak that night. It was lovely!
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 26 May 2024
Janet
New ZealandKind and friendly staff. Room was spacious and very clean. Private mineral spa was a great plus. Will definitely come back.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 26 May 2024
Jacinda
New ZealandBeautiful surroundings, friendly staff and rooms were very clean. Loved the mineral spa pools we didn't want to leave.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 24 May 2024
Anna
New ZealandThe only downside to our stay was our thermal pool had a slow leak from the plug. The owner wqs very apologetic and though not completely resolved he was quick to remedy this to a satisfactory outcome
We recently spent 3 nights at the Phoenix Resort motel for a weekend away in Taupō. An older style motel with a lovely outlook to the garden and across to the lake. Our room was spacious and very clean, generous kitchen with kitchen facilities including dishwasher. The queen bed was comfortable with good quality linen, and we were kept very cosy with the heat pump. The hotelier was very friendly and helpful, making sure we had every thing we needed for our stay, with excellent recommendations for places to eat and also sights to see. The rooms have their own private thermal pool, and it was lovely. We would definitely stay here again when we come visit Taupō again. Thank for having us!
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 23 May 2024
Debbie
New ZealandAmenities great, home away from home. Enjoyed the hot tub
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 20 May 2024
Sandra
AustraliaEverything was perfect
Room was very comfortable, clean and spacious
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 19 May 2024
Dunbar
New ZealandNoisy neighbours using pool until late and again early morning.
Staff were welcoming and helpful. Really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 19 May 2024
Cathy
New ZealandVery clean and very helpful and friendly staff
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 16 May 2024
Renee
Australianothing
location, thermal bath, staff, new bed
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 15 May 2024
Wendy
New ZealandEvery thing was good
Very comfortable all round
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 14 May 2024
Andrea
Czech RepublicI hoped we will get some spa robes.
spa pool, bed, balcony
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 13 May 2024
Tammy
AustraliaThere as nothing we didn't like place is fantastic. Difficult to give a glowing review as others will now book but this place is great yes its off the beaten track away from town centre but it's just a short drive
What a gem, the comfortable bed, well equipped kitchen with full size fridge, the heated towel rails the awesome hot private spa. The staff lovely and polite, the cleanliness and the price!
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 9 May 2024
Neelam
New ZealandNil
Friendly service, nice tidy place, privacy for thermal pool
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 9 May 2024
S
New ZealandStaff are welcoming and helpful, the room was spacious and comfortable and good location close to everything you need.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 7 May 2024
David
New ZealandTV was of no use
Hot tub. Good size room.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 5 May 2024
Terry
New ZealandNothing, we knew what we were getting
Pool
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 4 May 2024
Jacky
New ZealandNothing.
Loved everything about staying here. Great size and spotlessly clean, and close to everything abd lake walk across the road. Warm welcome with everything explained and tips given for places to visit. Having our own thermal pool was great as it saved us going out to go to one. Comfy king size bed. Nice and quiet, with a great garden that has seating and a trampoline for children. Parking right outside the back door, deck out the front facing garden. Loved it so much we've booked again to stay here.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 2 May 2024
David
New ZealandCouldn’t work the sky tv
Beautiful nice private spot
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 2 May 2024
Jim
New Zealand* We felt a little rude playing quiet music in the spa for us to relax with, the people next door's spa possibly could hear it too which felt a bit awkward. We didn't want to ruin someone else's experience, but also wanted to enjoy our own experience. * There was no scouring pad for us to be able to clean off the kitchen tray properly, and the ice cube makers leaked into the freezer due to cracks in their structure. * Should be able to cast, or stream, to the TV's, but this is not possible here. We ended up watching our shows on our tablet instead of the big screen... trivial matter really, but it did impact on the enjoyment of the experience here.
Spa was mostly private, loved that it was outdoors. The view from the balcony was amazing, the entire place (bar the fence out the back) is well maintained, and the room, beds, and spa were clean. Greeted nicely on arrival and enjoyed the conversation as I was shown to our room. Gracious and courteous hosts. =)
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 2 May 2024
Rineesh
New ZealandPrivate Pool. Comfortable beds.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 1 May 2024
Kiegan
New ZealandIt was a little bit chilly, the door to the balcony was letting some cold air in.
Great place with amazing staff, the spa was lovely and the garden was beautiful. The room was comfortable and spacious. The shower had good pressure too.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 29 April 2024
Amy
New ZealandN/a
So friendly and helpful. The room was lovely. Bed was comfortable and pool was fabulous
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 29 April 2024
Lynn
New ZealandLoved the location, the views and the hot tub.
Stayed in April 2024
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